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BREAKING | Conservative party disqualifies Patrick Brown from leadership race

Patrick Brown has been disqualified from the race to replace Erin O'Toole as leader of the federal Conservatives, the leadership election organizing committee announced late Tuesday. Committee chair Ian Brodie announced the stunning move in a written statement that said the party had in recent weeks become aware of 'serious allegations of wrongdoing' by the Brown campaign.

Conservative leadership hopeful Patrick Brown takes part in the Conservative Party of Canada French-language leadership debate in Laval, Quebec on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz)

Woman who was set on fire on Toronto bus has died, police confirm

A woman who was set on fire while on a Toronto bus in a random attack last month has died, police say.

Assembly of First Nations delegates reject resolution calling for chief's suspension

An emergency resolution before the Assembly of First Nations annual meeting to reaffirm the suspension of National Chief RoseAnne Archibald has failed in Vancouver.

'We're all really shaken up': Father recounts reuniting with missing daughter as U.S. man is charged

The father of the Edmonton girl who was missing for nine days said he was getting ready to post another update on Facebook last Saturday when police knocked on his door.

Two young ER doctors quit Montreal jobs, blaming Quebec's broken health-care system and Bill 96

Two young emergency room doctors, raised and trained in Montreal, are leaving their jobs after only two years to move back to Toronto – and they say the Quebec health-care model and Bill 96 are to blame.

Tamara Lich breached conditions by appearing with fellow convoy leader: Crown

The Crown is seeking to revoke bail for Tamara Lich, a leader of the 'Freedom Convoy,' after she appeared alongside a fellow organizer in an alleged breach of her conditions.

Parade shooting suspect charged with 7 counts of murder

A man charged Tuesday with seven counts of murder after firing off more than 70 rounds at an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago legally bought five weapons, including the high-powered rifle used in the shooting, despite authorities being called to his home twice in 2019 for threats of violence and suicide, police said.

'We can’t forget all we’ve learned': Expert’s advice as N.S. lifts mandatory COVID-19 measures Wednesday

Tuesday was the last day for the volunteer-run asymptomatic walk-in COVID-19 testing sites that were once a constant during the pandemic.
Halifax closing Meagher Park, unhoused people to be moved

A park in west end Halifax that became the site of an encampment last fall is closing to the public and removing unhoused inhabitants in the process.
Halifax fire, RCMP on scene of house fire in Queensland, N.S.

Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency and RCMP are currently on scene of a house fire on St. Margaret's Bay Road in Queensland, N.S.

Montreal

Two young ER doctors quit Montreal jobs, blaming Quebec's broken health-care system and Bill 96

Two young emergency room doctors, raised and trained in Montreal, are leaving their jobs after only two years to move back to Toronto – and they say the Quebec health-care model and Bill 96 are to blame.
COVID-19 outbreaks lead to temporary closure of at least 3 Quebec sleepaway camps

At least three sleepaway camps in Quebec have temporarily shut down because of COVID-19 outbreaks, according to the province's camps association (ACQ).
Ottawa urged to protect Montreal airport lands amid monarch butterfly debate

Two Montreal politicians and an activist group are calling on the Trudeau government to take responsibility for preserving a vast natural area leased and managed for many years by Aéroports de Montréal (ADM) amid controversy over a recently mowed field.

Ottawa

Ottawa police investigating shooting with injuries in south end

Ottawa police are investigating a shooting in the Ellwood area in the south end.
Waiting 22 days for luggage to arrive

Sharon Lloyd has been waiting 22 days for her baggage to arrive after being lost on a direct flight form Ottawa to Toronto. Gatineau, Qc.. Jul. 5, 2022. (Tyler Fleming / CTV News).
Six residents of Ottawa died of COVID-19 last week

Ottawa Public Health is reporting six new COVID-19 deaths in the city in the last week, bringing the city’s death toll from the pandemic to 825 residents.

Toronto

Woman who was set on fire on Toronto bus has died, police confirm

A woman who was set on fire while on a Toronto bus in a random attack last month has died, police say.
'It's not America': Fox Sports host roasted for comments about Toronto

A U.S. basketball commentator has found himself in the hot seat over comments he made about Toronto and its relationship with Black athletes amid rumours one of the best in the game could be headed north of the border.
This is how long Air Canada says travellers now need between connecting flights

As flight delays and lost luggage bring chaos to summer travel plans, Air Canada is advising travellers on how much time they should leave between connecting flights.

Kitchener

Another Ont. homeowner raises red flag over driveway paving work

As police try to track down the man believed to have paved a Puslinch woman’s driveway without her permission, another person has come forward claiming to be the victim of a similar alleged fraud.
Series of serious crashes in southwestern Ontario leads to plea from provincial police

A string of serious collisions over the last few days has Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) sending a heightened warning to drivers to not let their guards down during the summer months.
Offload delays see ambulances line up in front of Guelph hospital

There were no ambulances available to respond to emergencies in Guelph for a short period on Monday, as paramedics waited outside the hospital to offload patients.

London

Victim of fatal crash near Exeter, Ont. identified

Huron County OPP have identified the victim of a fatal crash north west of Exeter, Ont. on Monday evening.
Chatham man facing first degree murder charge following woman's death

A 42-year-old man has been charged with first degree murder after a woman was found dead inside a Chatham home.
Children’s Museum one of ten projects to receive federal funding

The London Children’s Museum is a step closer to building a new state-of-the-art facility on Kellogg Lane. It’s one of ten community projects in London to receive $3.7 million in federal funding, announced Tuesday.

Northern Ontario

Northern woman shares her love of quilting across the north

Since 1996, Carla Alexiuk has been increasing the quilting population in northern Ontario by providing workshops, knowledge and her passion for the hobby.
Ottawa announces $2M for electric battery innovation in Sudbury

It was a multi-million dollar day in Sudbury as the federal government provided a huge funding boost for electric vehicle innovation.
Patient gets violent at Sault hospital, throws oxygen tanks

A patient became violent at Sault Area Hospital over the weekend, throwing oxygen tanks while in the emergency department.

Windsor

The Amazing Race Canada: 'High stakes' for Windsorite competing this season

Windsor-native Craig Ramsey is embarking on a journey of a lifetime as he competes in the latest season of The Amazing Race Canada.
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UPDATED | 'Next thing you know, I heard a bang': Shooting and stabbing investigation leads to charges for Chatham man

A 43-year-old Chatham man is facing several charges after reports of a stabbing and shots fired in Chatham.
'2023 or 2024?' Start date of Chatham-Kent IBL expansion franchise in question

A young man who cuts the grass at Fergie Jenkins Field — and plays baseball at a Tennessee university — could potentially be on the roster when a new inter-county baseball league franchise makes its debut in Chatham, Ont.

Calgary

Calgary council approves $87B climate strategy

Members of Calgary city council have passed a controversial climate strategy that outlines how the city will reach net-zero by 2050.
Alberta to extend $50/month electricity rebate program until December: source

The Alberta government is set to announce that electricity rebates will run until December, CTV News has learned.
Sundre man found dead at McDonald's, coworker charged with first-degree murder

A 27-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection to the death of his co-worker at a McDonald's in Sundre, Alta.

Saskatoon

Vehicle swallowed as water main break floods Saskatoon intersection

A Saskatoon intersection was overflowing with water late Tuesday afternoon.
Tornado warning issued for area near Kindersley, Sask.

Environment Canada has issued a tornado warning for the R.M. of Kindersley including Kindersley Brock and Flaxcombe, and the R.M. of Oakdale including Coleville.
Sask. epidemiologist says Moe's lack of knowledge on COVID-19 booster schedule 'bewildering'

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says he doesn't know when second booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine will be available for people under 50.

Edmonton

'We're all really shaken up': Father recounts reuniting with missing daughter as U.S. man is charged

The father of the Edmonton girl who was missing for nine days said he was getting ready to post another update on Facebook last Saturday when police knocked on his door.
Alberta to extend $50/month electricity rebate program until December: source

The Alberta government is set to announce that electricity rebates will run until December, CTV News has learned.
Motorcyclist seriously injured in south Edmonton crash: police

Edmonton police responded to a serious crash involving a motorcycle in south Edmonton Tuesday afternoon.

Vancouver

Amanda Todd case: 'Pornographic' Facebook image reported to police, high school friend testifies

A high school friend of B.C. teen Amanda Todd has testified he took action when he saw what he described as a “pornographic” picture of her on Facebook in November 2011.
Mayor makes last-minute proposal for renter protections in Vancouver's 30-year plan

The long-awaited Vancouver Plan is set to go before council on Wednesday after almost four years of work – and Mayor Kennedy Stewart is adding a last-minute amendment.
AFN delegates vote overwhelmingly in support of embattled national chief

Chiefs representing Indigenous communities from coast to coast have descended on Vancouver for the Assembly of First Nations General Assembly — with several resolutions on the agenda that could determine the political fate of their elected leader.